Teaching and Learning
The MESD Teaching and Learning Team consists of PK-12 instructional specialists, coaches, and administrators. We support Multnomah County schools by offering a variety of high-quality services, programs, and professional development opportunities aimed at improving student success.
Our team is passionate about helping educators—including teachers, paraeducators, coaches, and administrators—use equitable, student-centered approaches to curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
We want to partner with you! Please contact any of our team members below for more information on accessing our services. You can also reach out to Patty Paul, our Administrative Assistant, for general inquiries. Current professional learning opportunities are available on PD Networks.
Our Staff

Career Technical Education (CTE) Regional Program Manager
Kealani Balfour
abalfour@mesd.k12.or.us
971-442-5333
Social Science Specialist
Dr. Brad Parker
bparker@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1645
Career Technical Education (CTE) Industry Partners Program Manager
Jennie Cha
jcha@mesd.k12.or.us
971-360-1217
Preschool for All, Coaching Program Supervisor
Meg Leonard
mleonard@mesd.k12.or.us
971-997-0785
Preschool for All Coach
Gabriela Vieira
gvieira@mesd.k12.or.us
971-421-2936
Preschool for All Coach
Tai Said Hall
tsaidhall@mesd.k12.or.us
Preschool for All Coach
Danielle Leveridge
dleveridg@mesd.k12.or.us
Paraeducator Professional Learning Program Manager
Ben Baldizon
bbaldizon@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1645

Principal on Special Assignment
Mercedes Munoz
mmunoz@mesd.k12.or.us









